Zebra Loach (Botia striata) - Freshwater Aquarium Fish for Community Tanks - Perfect for Planted Tanks & Peaceful Fish Communities

Product Description

Scientific Name: Botia striata

Please note – The image used above is for illustration purposes only; Size, colour and sex may vary. Many of our livestock species are sold as juveniles and have not yet reached their full size and colour potential. If you have any concerns about the size or colour of the livestock you wish to order, please contact our livestock team via our before placing your order. Due to the large quantities of livestock orders daily, the livestock team will are unable to select fish / shrimp to meet specific gender or aesthetic needs.

Approximate purchase size : 3.5 - 5cm
All Pond Solutions will always endeavour to supply as close to the approximate size range as possible. Due to variations from suppliers on rare occasions this may not always be possible. Images used are to show the full potential of the fish when fully mature and are not always representative of juvenile specimens.

How easy are they to care for?
We would class these as an easy level of care

How large can they grow?
9cm

Where in the world are they from?
Found in southern India within the Tunga river system

What is the ideal number to keep together?
Should not be kept singly as they will become very shy and withdrawn. Ideally kept in groupsof 5 or more.

What water conditions do they require?
Will happily live in a wide range of water conditions. However most specimens will be happiest between 21 - 25 degrees C with pH range of 6.0 - 7.5

What should you feed them?
Should be fed a mix of sinking pellets and frozen foods

How compatible are they with other fish?
Generally peaceful, however avoid keeping with micro species such as Rasbora and Danio. Do not keep with Shrimp.